lumbus
lumbus · lumbi
Synonym of loinSynonym of loin.
Meaning
1 sensesSynonym of loin.
More definitions
- either side of the backbone between the hipbone and the ribs in humans as well as quadrupeds
Origin
Learned borrowing from Latin lumbus. Doublet of loin.Learned borrowing from Latin lumbus. Doublet of loin.
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Forms
plural: lumbiSynonyms
1 synonymsWord family
1 related wordsRelatedlumbar
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Plural nouns — Because its plural is irregular
See also
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